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Q&A(23)

Q: can you use this product in dishwasher and/or washing machines and if so how much

submitted by GT - 8 years ago
  • A: Dishwasher: REMOVE dishwashing rinse agent before using CLR Calcium, Lime and Rust Remover. Pour a 1/2 cup of CLR Calcium, Lime and Rust Remover directly into the bottom of an empty dishwasher (no glasses, dishes, or flatware but the racks can stay). Run a normal cycle followed by an extra rinse cycle. Make sure there are no detergents or any other chemicals in the machine while using our product. Washing Machine: Run your empty machine (no clothes) without detergent up to the main wash cycle, which is where the water stops and the cycle is about to agitate. Stop the machine and add one-half cup of CLR Calcium, Lime and Rust Remover directly into the tub of the machine. Finish cycle. Run one additional full cycle (wash and rinse) with water only to rinse machine fully. If your machine is HE (high efficiency) and/or 'Water Saver' we recommend using a 1/4 cup of CLR Calcium, Lime and Rust Remover, instead of the normal 1/2 cup recommended for any other type of washer/dishwasher. For Front Loading Machines: Simply add a 1/2 cup of CLR Calcium, Lime and Rust Remover to the soap dispenser (only 1/4 of a cup for HE machines). After the full cycle has completed, run an additional rinse cycle with just water. Make sure there are no clothes or other chemicals in the machine when using our product.

    submitted byCLRBrandExpert - 4 years ago
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  • A: Add a ½ cup of CLR to either machine where you normally would add your detergent or softener and run your machine. With both types of washers, once the cycle with the CLR has finished, run an additional full cycle with just water. If your machine is high efficiency or “water saver” only use ¼ cup of CLR.

    submitted byJax Auntie - 8 years ago

Q: Is this product good for cleaning dirty grout between tiles on kitchen floor?

submitted by jyce - 8 years ago
  • A: While our CLR Calcium, Lime and Rust Remover is safe to use on white grout only (no other color), it's specifically formulated to dissolve mineral deposits caused by hard water (calcium/lime) and/or rust or soap scum. It's not formulated as a general grout cleaner

    submitted byCLRBrandExpert - 4 years ago
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  • A: Not a clue but I would ask your washer mfg

    submitted bywww7126 - 8 years ago

Q: can it be used on sheet metal or metal in general?

submitted by Shoes - 13 days ago
  • A: In general, our CLR Calcium, Lime and Rust Remover can safely be used on chrome or stainless steel only, no other metals/finishes. As with any product, we always recommend spot testing first.

    submitted byCLRBrandExpert - 13 days ago
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Q: Can this be used to clean a bidet nozzle?

submitted by enkay - 2 months ago
  • A: While our product is safe to clean nozzles associated with bidet's, we always recommend checking with the manufacturer of your bidet to see what they recommend using on their materials. As with any product, it's important to spot test first and adhere to the directions as stated on the back label of the product.

    submitted byCLRBrandExpert - 2 months ago
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Q: Is it effective in toilet bowl without clearing bowl of all water?

submitted by Pauline - 3 months ago
  • A: Our product dissolves the mineral deposits upon direct contact, undiluted, in a toilet bowl by layers. We recommend removing the water from the bowl if the mineral deposits are at or below the water level for maximum results. The more water in the toilet bowl, the more diluted the product becomes rendering it less effective.

    submitted byCLRBrandExpert - 3 months ago
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Q: Can I apply this directly to the rubber seal in my HE top loading washer?

submitted by Rosemarie - 6 months ago
  • A: We do not recommend using our CLR Calcium, Lime and Rust Remover on porous materials such as rubber.

    submitted byCLRBrandExpert - 6 months ago
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Q: Can I use this on the outdoor faucet to which I attach my garden hose?

submitted by jack - 7 months ago
  • A: Our CLR Calcium, Lime and Rust Remover is safe to use on faucets made of chrome or stainless steel only, so if your faucet is made of either one of those metals, it would be safe.

    submitted byCLRBrandExpert - 7 months ago
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Q: Can CLR be used to remove rust from a bike?

submitted by PennieLaneLara2024 - 9 months ago
  • A: Yes, our CLR Calcium, Lime and Rust Remover is safe and effective in removing rust from chrome or stainless-steel parts of a bike. It should not be used on any painted, coated or sealed surfaces.

    submitted byCLRBrandExpert - 9 months ago
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Q: Can this be used to remove rust stains from aconcrete patio

submitted by charmie - 10 months ago
  • A: While our CLR Calcium, Lime and Rust Remover (in the grey bottle) is safe to use on concrete, we recommend using a 50/50 blend of CLR and warm water solution, pick an inconspicuous SPOT TEST AREA FIRST (to see if there will be any chemical reaction between our product and your concrete). Since concrete is naturally made of calcium, you run the risk of altering the pigment and composition when using a calcium remover, such as our product, on something naturally made of calcium. Apply the solution to the SPOT TEST AREA using a damp cloth or sponge, let sit for no longer than 2 minutes (using a scrub brush on the stain while the solution is on the material is safe and recommended) then rinse thoroughly with cold water. Let spot area dry completely (usually overnight) to see if there was any negative chemical reaction, if not, it would be safe to go ahead and use it on the other affected areas. Note: per the directions on the back of the bottle, do not use on tinted, sealed, stamped or coated concrete and not on concrete laid less than 1 year ago.

    submitted byCLRBrandExpert - 10 months ago
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Q: Can you use CLR in the stand alone shower pipe coming from the mixing valve to the shower head to remove any build up that could be blocking the flow of water, the shower head removed.

submitted by silveradotrailblazer - 11 months ago
  • A: As long as the product can be thoroughly eliminated from the pipe/water system and will not continuously recirculate throughout the plumping in your home, it would be safe. The recommendation is using no more than ½ cup inside the pipe and should be completely flushed from the material after no longer than 2-3 minutes with clear cold water. Repeating the process may be necessary.

    submitted byCLRBrandExpert - 11 months ago
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